NPower Complete 1800 Watt Wind Power Package – Wind Turbine, Batteries and PowerHub – A Northern Exclusive!
 | NPower proves a complete 1800 watt wind power solution! Now you can put the power of alternative energy to use with this complete wind power energy package. Capture, store and deliver the power you need for a variety of applications, including your home or cabin. Depending on your level of expertise, professional installation may be required for this item. Running Watts: 1,400, Amps: 220, Surge Watts: 1,800, Power (Volts): 12, Battery Type: 12V, Batteries (qty.): 2, Alternative Power Collection | |
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All Power America APWT400A 400-Watt Three Blade Wind Generator
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Your Questions About Wind Turbine Manufacturers
Charles asks…
Does any one have any information about wind turbine manufacturers dresses in New Zealand?
I have a plan to live in New Zealand, as I work in a wind turbines I prefer to continue my work in this branch, so it would be most appreciative if you could give me email or address of main wind turbine manufacturer in New Zealand
admin answers:
I did a google search on: wind turbine manufacturer in New Zealand
A few hits
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wind_power_in_New_Zealand
http://www.windenergy.org.nz/
http://www.windflow.co.nz/
The wikipedia article has lots of links.
Richard asks…
Why not sell wind turbines by having an agreement to buy if certain amount of people sign-up to buy at price?
I’m thinking start a website for people to sign up saying they will buy a wind turbine at a set price if so many other people agree as well. That way the manufacturers can know how much they will be making, and the prices will come way down. Do it.
admin answers:
Better yet why not just build one! You can build a wind turbine for a 5th of a commercial one and you get better efficiencies.
Check out this blog. There is a ton of information on this. Plus some cool vid’s of homemade turbines.
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ALEKO® WG300 12-Volt 6-Blade 300 Watt Wind Generator With Charge Controller
 | The GudCraft WG300 12V is popular low start up wind speed wind turbine in home yard, cabins, boats, advertising signs, telecommunications tower, etc. Thousands have been sold and are in use worldwide. People have the particular inclination for it�s clean, aerodynamic lines and its quiet and continuous operation. Without any doubt GudCraft WG300 accumulates more energy than any other comparable wind generator available, you�ll always see spinning in the lightest of breezes. | |
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Sunforce 11260 2500 Watt Pure Sine Wave Inverter
 | The Sunforce 2500 Watt Pure Sine Wave Inverter converts DC power into clean, stable AC power. Excellent for powering home appliances directly from your 12V battery, this inverter will supply stable power to run small electronic tools, air pumps, electronic doors, small motors and refrigerators that a modified sine wave inverter cannot. Pure Sine Wave inverters provide clean power with very low harmonic distortion, no static or humming noise. With a peak surge power of 5000 Watts and continuous | |
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FatCat FCP1065 White USB Desktop Wind Turbine
 | Mango FCP1065 FatCat White Plastic USB Hub Model Wind Turbine - This beautiful miniature wind turbine makes a great gift for anyone committed to sustainable energy. Realistic white plastic wind turbine for your desk or table. Spins when connected to USB. On/off switch 4 USB outlets. Retractable cable for convenient use at your computer. Easy to assemble, no tools. | |
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Your Questions About Wind Turbine Generators For Home Use
Sandy asks…
How can wind turbines tackle pollution problems?
Can you give me three points of how can wind turbines tackle pollution problems in the modern days?
admin answers:
They can’t and never will.
Since wind is unreliable and unpredictable, conventional generator plants have to be on constant standby for when the wind is calm. While on low efficient standby, they actually produce more CO2 than when in full high efficient operation.
Electricity can not be stored and has to be produced on demand. When the wind is calm, the coal and gas genertodrs have to be poised to power up in a minutes notice. Low power in the grid burns out motors and burns up equipment. Wind farms are being paid to shut down in Scottland and Germany, as well as other countries because wind urbines are unpredictable and are causing undervoltage and overvoltage problems since the wind is variable and unpredictable.
It only costs about $0.02 per KWH to generate (not including transmission and maintenance costs) for coal, and about $0.03 per KWH for gas. Wind turbines cost about $2.40 per KWH to generate power. We are already paying about 10% more for electricity to pay for the expensive wind turbines, and if more are used, electric rates will go even higher, like gasoline prices. We should only be paying about $1.80 per gallon for gasoline.
Since CO2 is now classified as a pollutant, we all need to stop breathing, and eliminate all animals on the planet, according to what the the ideologists are telling us.
Wind turbines have other flaws, as well as solar electric panels. I am a contractor and have turbines large enough to power 4500 homes or more, so I know all the problems with them that the government and ideologists are not telling us. It is all about eco-guilt and not much to do with real problems and solutions.
Sandra asks…
Would a wind generator trickle charge a couple of car batteries in 14 hours?
I’m just trying to get an idea of how long it takes a wind turbine to charge batteries with regular win, could you just provide some examples?
admin answers:
Hey Joesh, wind turbines come in all different sizes, but your biggest variable here is the rate at which those batteries will accept a charge. Typical car batteries will have a capacity of around 60 amp hours. If you had a 60 amp charger, or turbine, in theory you can completely charge that battery in one hour, but you can never get power into a battery that fast without damaging it. A good rule of thumb is not to charge your battery in less than 5 hours if it is completely discharged. A couple car batteries might hold 120 amp hours, which means anything that puts out more than 30 amps is oversized. You can take a larger than needed turbine and use a charge controller to keep from charging the batteries too fast, but that is like using an indy 500 race car to haul a camping trailer, most of the capability of your turbine would be wasted. The best thing is to get a turbine that is just big enough, or maybe a little undersized, to do the job. For 100 to 150 amp hours of 12 volt batteries, I would suggest something in the 200 to 300 watt range, like a Southwest Windpower Air 303. They cost just a few hundred dollars, are designed to work on a sailboat to keep the boat batteries charged, and they have their own internal charge controller. So you just mount one on top of a 1 and 1/2 inch diameter conduit pipe, then connect the two wires from the turbine straight to the batteries. We used one for a couple years here at our remote cabin, but later upgraded to a larger World Power Technologies 900 watt unit. There are lots of other turbines on the market that can do that job for you, just remember that even the best turbine will not pan out if you do not have good wind, or a tall enough tower to get to the wind above the tree tops.
There are some great places to learn more about this if you’re interested, but I’m curious, have you considered solar? Solar panels are so much easier to use, install and wire up, and they never need maintenance, you can take my word on this, I’ve had both for over 11 years now. A solar panel is basically a battery charger, they deliver their rated amperage when the sun shines, no more, so in a sense they are self regulating. If you really want to get up to speed on this stuff, get a sub to Home Power Magazine, we did 12 years ago, now our home is completely powered by the wind and sun.
If you get frustrated by all the numbers thrown around, remember that watts is voltage times amps. So a 300 watt wind turbine that runs at 12 volts will put out 25 amps at full power, 25 X 12 = 300. Solar panels are basically the same animal, but they are all usuallly set for 18 volts to charge a 12 volt battery, so a 36 watt panel will actually put out 2 amps in full sun, 36 divided by 18 volts is 2 amps. Hope this helps, take care, Rudydoo
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Sunforce 50048 60-Watt Solar Charging Kit
 | The Sunforce 60-Watt Solar Charging Kit gives you several more reasons to love the sun. Perfect for cabins, recreational vehicles, remote power, back-up power, 12V battery charging and more, this kit comes with everything you need to start producing up to 60 watts/4 amps of clean, free power in all weather conditions. It is also a great choice for clean and silent operation of various electronics, like deer feeders and landscaping pumps. Made of durable ABS plastic and amorphous solar cells, the | |
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How Wind Power Works
As the price of energy increases, many people are turning to more economical and environmentally friendly energy alternatives. The wind energy market has seen an increase of about forty-five percent last year. The estimates for 2008 are about the same. Wind power production in the United States spans over thirty-five states, with the Midwest holding quite a portion of the nations wind turbines. Many residences and small businesses are turning to wind power to meet their small scale energy needs. In fact, a lot of homeowners are building the wind power systems themselves. It is relatively simple to understand how wind power works.
Basically, the kinetic energy from the quickly moving wind particles is captured by the wind turbine. The blades of these turbines are designed in such a way that it is possible to do so. This is how wind power works the generator. The blades rotate and spin the shaft of the turbine. The shaft leads to the generator and the generator converts the rotational energy into electricity. Understanding how wind power works can be even easier when it is simplified. The generator is converting energy in one form to another.
Wind turbines basically have three parts: the rotator blades, the shaft, and the generator. The blades work to catch the wind, much like sails. The wind forces the blades into motion. The shaft is connected to the center of the blades. As the center spins, the shaft spins and transfers the energy from the wind blowing to the generator. The generator uses electromagnetic induction to convert the rotational energy into electric voltage. This is the most complicated process of how wind power works.
Some wind turbines generate more energy than others. Wind turbines in prime locations can turn a hefty profit for investors. Because of the nature of how wind power works, some locations are deemed better for wind power production than others. Wind turbines in open fields or near the ocean can generate significantly more energy than wind turbines in urban areas or places that are commonly obstructed.
Modern wind technology can be a bit more complicated when looking at it from a detailed perspective. Over the last few decades, the United States government has offered tax credits and incentives for research and development in the wind energy market. While most tax incentive programs are set to expire by the end of the year, it is predicted that the government will renew the current incentives or develop a new system to help promote wind technology. Wind energy is a growing market that is helping to solve the energy crisis today.
ALEKO WGV45W 30W Nom 45W Max Residential Vertical Wind Turbine Generator
 | This vertical version of ALEKO brand wind generator can be used around the home, farm, boat, business, or anywhere else where the power is needed.
This is a great working conversation piece to show the potential of what can be done with renewable energy today.
Not only is it perfect for battery maintenance, it can also be used to power remote lighting, laptops, communications equipment, signs, or nearly anything imaginable that is electronic in nature.
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Sunforce 60032 30 Amp Digital Charge Controller
 | The Sunforce 60032 30 Amp Digital Charge Controller prevents overcharging of 12 volt batteries. It is intended for use with 12 volt solar panels, and can handle up to 30 amps of array current and up to 450 watts of solar power. The controller will continuously display the charging current or battery voltage on the LCD digital meter, and also automatically indicates the charged condition of your battery on the LED bar graph. The 60032 is designed to work with a variety of 12 volt solar panels for | |
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ALEKO WG3KW 3KW 3000 Watt Residential Wind Generator 3000W
 | Use wind energy to generate electricity and charge into storage battery group. Through the multi-voltages power supply system, the electricity can be changed into DC and AC used for illumination, home appliances, communication devices and electric tools. This unit includes blades, blades rotor, rotor, permanent magnet generator, tail vane and hardware. | |
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Your Questions About Wind Turbines Oklahoma
Paul asks…
do you think wind energy is viable if the government decides to stop extending subsidies?
. Energy from wind power is becoming an increasingly significant source of energy, considering that the price of oil is getting dearer. This is especially so for oil-deficient developing nations like India which meet their energy needs by importing oil. Providing facts and figures, analyze the opportunities and challenges that wind energy companies face in setting up wind farms in India.
admin answers:
Hi there, I work for one of the world’s leading renewable energy consultancies. While my background is more technical in nature (I’m an engineer), I’ll take a shot at answering your question.
Wind energy certainly is viable in many parts of the world without subsidy. We came dangerously close to finding out exactly how viable it would be this year in the U.S., when an extension of the Production Tax Credit (PTC) was extended into 2009 at the last minute as one of the “sweeteners” that got the $700 billion Wall St bailout passed.
Http://www.nicholas.duke.edu/nicholas/insider/thegreengrok/the-700-billion-bailout-bill-goes-green-not-quite
The current subsidy for wind energy in the U.S. Is PTC, which is a tax credit currently equal to 2 cents per kWh. The price for electricity varies significantly by region, so some regions are more closely tied to the PTC than others to make the economics of a wind project work out. For example, the price for electricity is only about 4.5 cents per kWh in the Midwest (e.g. Oklahoma, Kansas, North Dakota), so that extra 2 cent per kWh makes a huge difference. In other parts of the country (California, Hawaii, New England), the price of electricity is over 10 cents per kWh, so the 2 cent tax credit is relatively less valuable there.
The bottom line is that there are several places under development now in the U.S. That are good enough to justify being built without the 2 cents per kWh tax credit – these select locations are very windy, close to a transmission line, and/or in areas with high electricity prices. Without the subsidy, the growth of wind energy in the United States (same goes for the rest of the world, to my knowledge) would be severely affected. Thousands of people would be laid off, a significant portion of projects would be canceled, and we’d all go back to burning lots of cheap and dirty coal, nuclear, hydro, and finally natural gas to fill off the balance of our energy needs.
Regarding your question about oil imports in countries like India, I think you might be slightly misguided. Wind energy does not provide fuel for transportation, just electricity. Until we have a way to develop the hydrogen economy (http://auto.howstuffworks.com/hydrogen-economy.htm, convert electricity to hydrogen fuel, distribute it through a nationwide infrastructure we don’t have, and put it in cars that are currently cost-prohibitive), we will remain addicted to oil. The alternative to oil (for now) is ethanol. Especially in places like Brazil, which have plenty of land and a great climate for growing sugar cane ethanol rather than the subsidized corn ethanol we produce here in the U.S.
Wind energy is the cheapest form of renewable energy currently available, and it will get cheaper in the coming years as the credit crisis corrects what has been a massive seller’s market for wind turbines in the last few years. Competition in wind turbine manufacturing is up, and the cost of steel (the 80 m towers) and cement (the massive foundations) is down. These factors will lead to wind energy becoming cheaper in the next few years. Wind energy can be cost-competitive with natural gas, offsetting our need for this finite resource and (hopefully) lowering prices for consumers. That’s the long-term benefit of the subsidy – get the industry built up now so we will be well set for a future of increasingly scarce oil and natural gas, which will be imported from unstable regions of the world.
Ken asks…
how many wind turbines would it take to power the united states?
not quite sure how to figure it out myself, i’ve never really been good at math! anyone who can explain how to do it and what i need to find out, or just tell me the answer, please help!
admin answers:
Hey Sunshine, here’s a better way to word your question: How much real estate would it take to install the wind turbines necessary to power the United States? There is no real answer to how many turbines because they vary in size and output depending on the wind variations where they are installed. A turbine in Oklahoma might have different blade configurations than one in North Dakota because in one state, the winds blow really hard in the fall and winter, in the other, they blow fairly steady all year. But here is something you can bite into: “There is enough wind in North and South Dakota to power the entire country.” That was made about 15 years ago after the American Wind Energy Association did some research on the subject. It would be stupid to install all the wind turbines there, because we would waste lots of it running it through millions of miles of transmission lines, but you get the idea.
The real beauty of wind power is that it is spread fairly evenly over the middle third of our globe, which is where most of the people live. So we can put turbines near population centers and reduce how much we ship around, taking the load off our grid, and reducing air pollution from coal fired plants and other traditional sources. There are some great places to look into this subject, I will list some below. Take care, Rudydoo
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GudCraft CD5.0 12V Charge Controller for Wind Generator Wind Turbine
 | 3-Phase Wind Generator Charge Controller. Transform the AC power from wind turbine by Rectifier Bridge to DC power for battery charging. Compartible with all GudCraft wind generators and many other similar wind generators. Nominal Watts: 500W Max: 800W | |
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GudCraft 600W 600 Watt 12 Volt Wind Turbine Residential Wind Generator
 | GudCraft 600W Wind Generator is 600W 12 volt model with 3 blades. Fresh 2012 version just shipped from the factory. This is the latest design model. This item is new in the factory unopened box. Comes with instruction manual and 1-year warranty from purchase date. | |
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FatCat FCP1006 White AC Desktop Wind Turbine
 | Mango FCP1006 FatCat White Plastic Non-Solar Model Wind Turbine - This beautiful miniature wind turbine makes a great gift for anyone committed to sustainable energy. Realistic white plastic wind turbine for your desk or table. Free spinning clip-on blades. Easy to assemble, no tools. Stands 15" to top of rotor. | |
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Your Questions About Wind Turbine Jobs
Nancy asks…
What employment opportunities can we get from wind energy industries?
What are some jobs or careers offered by wind turbine manufacturing companies and industries of wind turbines technology?
admin answers:
Aerodynamic engineering and a turbo charger.
William asks…
I would like to relocate myself and my family to Europe, where do I start?
My husband would like to find a job that will relocate us. My dad also would like to find a job. They both do electrical work. We first thought about wind turbine companies. We don’t know which ones will relocate.
admin answers:
Bechtel National is a good company to look into. Their employees are often known as “Bechtel Families” because they encourage the families to re-locate for different jobs, thus resembling a situation similar to the military. It’s also a good choice, because they have everything from office work to heavy manual labor, so there’s a wide range of jobs.
As for choosing a country, I’d honestly start at Wikipedia, researching religions, monetary exchange, school systems (if applicable to you), weather, average cost of living and so on. It would certainly be horrible to wind up in a nation where you aren’t catching onto the language (if different from what you speak) or the cost of living was so drastically different that you didn’t realize your job wasn’t going to be as good as you thought! Keeping that in mind, it might be wise to go on a vacation to a handful of countries to see if they’re as good a fit in person as they appeared to be in a traveler’s guide.
Good luck
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Cyber 50 Micro Wind Turbine Generator
 | Please read this item description in it's entirity. We have worked very hard to describe the item in great detail so that you will know EXACTLY what you are buying and EXACTLY what you are not buying. This is possibly the least expensive micro wind turbine generator on Earth. Please adjust your expectations accordingly. You are not buying a $1000 turbine or even a $200 turbine. You are buying an American made micro wind turbine with NO bells and whistles. This is a bare bones unit designed to ch | |
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Homebuilt Wind Power
Wind energy conversion is steadily proliferating as the average cost of energy increases. As more individuals are becoming environmentally aware, clean alternative energy sources that are cost-efficient are being sought at an extremely high rate. The use of homebuilt wind power in residences is exploding exponentially as individuals and builders are discovering the many benefits of generating their own electricity with wind power generators. In fact, 2007 showed an increase in the wind energy market by 45%. For homeowners interested in homebuilt wind power, wind power kits are readily available. These homebuilt wind power kits can be surprisingly simple and affordable for those with a little patience and knowledge.
By using homebuilt wind power, residential owners can expect to reduce their utility bills between fifty and ninety percent. In cases where the wind turbines are in prime locations, homeowners can even turn a profit on the energy generation. Basically, when the energy generated is more than the energy used, local utility companies automatically purchase the excess energy.
Homeowners interested in homebuilt wind power should consult their local authorities for local regulations and information about wind power generation in the particular area. Builders should also consult the United States Department of Energy for efficiency estimates and information about the size of wind turbines that would be necessary for the area. The Department of Energy can also provide useful statistics and research about wind activity in certain areas that may help narrow down the decision when purchasing the wind generator systems.
Wind power, homemade, may be the best answer to the growing energy crisis. Many companies and factories offer wind power homemade kits for small scale use. Typically, these kits can cost several thousand dollars in the initial investment. However, builders can save a bundle by purchasing the wind power homemade kits directly from the factory. The assembly can be simple and many individuals and venues offer a plethora of help options. Wind energy workshops, websites, and books are proliferating and readily accessible to interested buyers.
The rising cost of energy has everyone searching for a clean alternative energy source. Wind power is both an economical and practical option. The initial investment for residential wind power systems can be several thousand dollars. Although this may seem pricey, the long term economic benefits of residential wind power production significantly counterbalance the initial investment. For the greatest savings, interested persons can choose to purchase the homebuilt wind power kits directly from the factories and assemble the systems themselves. Homeowners with a little time, patience, and knowledge will find residential wind power to be cost-efficient and environmentally friendly.
GudCraft WG500 12-Volt or 24-Volt 500 Watt Wind Generator With Charge Controller
 | GudCraft WG500 model is 500W Wind Generator. It is a low wind speed, small-size wind generator with starting speed just 8mph. Yes. This model starts producing the wind energy just from 8mph wind. Fresh 2011 Version just shipped from the factory. This is the latest design with 3 new blades. This item is new in the factory unopened box. Comes with integrated charge controller, instruction manual and 1-year warranty from the purchase date. Works with both 12 and 24 volt applications. | |
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